Rangers will provide programs for any group year-round upon request. During the summer months, programs covering a variety of natural and cultural history topics are scheduled weekly. Hayrides, campfires and many other fun and informative activities take place on the weekends. Canoeing the easy-flowing Duck River is great family fun. Scheduled day floats are conducted by park staff during the summer, or visitors may bring their own or rent canoes from a nearby outfitter.
Special Events
June 29 - 3rd Annual Golf Classic View Flyer
Join the Friends of Henry Horton State Park for the 3rd Annual Golf Classic with a shotgun start at 1 p.m. CT. All proceeds from the tournament go to the Friends of Henry Horton State Park, a 501c3 organization. Entry fee must be submitted with completed registration form. Lunch will be provided prior to the tournament. For complete details contact Teresa Dugger at 931-619-8590 or email at teresa.dugger @vanderbilt.edu or Melisa Garret at 931-364-7724 or email at melissa.garrett@tn.gov. Learn more about the Buford Ellington Championship Golf Course.
Sept. 14 - Hunters Run for the Hungry 5K & 10K
Race View Flyer
Sept. 14 & 15 - Step Back in Time View Flyer
Join us for two days of family fun at the Step Back in Time Festival. This
annual fall festival features music, food, storytellers, re-enactors, antique car and tractor show, mule packing demonstrations, and much more.
Special Events Nearby
Mule Day, Columbia, 1st weekend of April
Walking Horse Celebration, Shelbyville, August
Goat Festival, Lewisburg, October
Sorghum Festival, Halls Mill, October
Butterfly Checklist
Dragonflies and Damselfies Checklist
A valid Tennessee Fishing License is required for anglers 13 years of age and older. Local convenience stores sell the license as well as live bait.Duck River anglers can catch largemouth and smallmouth bass, red-eye, and catfish among many other species.
Tennessee Fishing Regulations
The golf course is an 18-hole championship par 72 course. It is only closed on holidays. The pro-shop has an excellent snack bar boasting the best hamburger in the area! The course also has a driving range. Rental clubs are available at the pro-shop. Call (931) 364-2319 to contact the pro shop.
Learn more about the Buford Ellington Golf Course at Henry Horton on the Tennessee Golf Trail There are three easy-rated hiking trails at Henry Horton. The Hickory Ridge Loop is located near the campground and traverses habitats ranging from oak-hickory forest to unusual cedar glades. The Wilhoite Mill Trail follows the Duck River among second growth woods covering an early mill community. The Turkey Trail winds through rich woods and old fields. Henry Horton has 83 picnic sites in a very scenic picnic area located on the shores of the Duck River. Tables and grills are provided and water, restrooms, playgrounds, and playfields are located nearby.
There are 4 large group picnic pavilions located nearby, capable of accommodating 125 people and equipped with grills and water spigots.
Picnic shelters are available by reservation only! There is a small charge for three of the four shelters and no charge for the other. Please contact the park at 931-364-7724. Playgrounds, and playfields are located near the picnic areas. Activities to enjoy at the park include volleyball, disc golf, baseball, basketball court, tennis and playground.
Professional Trap and Skeet Range
The Henry Horton Trap and Skeet Range includes five skeet fields, 2 trap fields and a lodge building with concessions. Gun rental and ammo are available. A picnic shelter is available for large shoots or related gatherings. No pullers provided. Must be 18 years of age or youth sportsman. A valid hunter education card required for shooters under the age of 18.For information regarding seasonal closures please call the Park Office at (931) 364-7724. The park has an Olympic-sized pool with bathhouses and a concession stand. The pool is open from Memorial Day weekend through August 7, 2011. Ample sunbathing space is provided with the pool area, and there is a wading pool for children. Lifeguards are on duty during swimming hours. Swimming lessons are given during the summer.
Pool hours Memorial Day through August 7, 2011: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Closed Monday except Holidays. Please contact Henry Horton State Park office for the through the week closure dates.
Pool rate: Registered inn and cabin guests swim free. Camping guests will pay half price for admission to the pool with camping receipt.
